House of the Dragon premiere Rhys Ifans interview

The transcript features a discussion about a show, focusing on the character Alto Hightower, played by the speaker. Alto is a politically savvy character in Westeros, akin to a CCTV system, aware of all happenings. The speaker draws parallels between Alto and real-world politicians, noting his willingness to lie for personal gain. The conversation also covers the impressive set design, likened to a castle, and the experience of dragon riding scenes, although the speaker did not ride a dragon. Overall, the transcript provides insights into the show's themes, character dynamics, and production scale.

What are some of the elements the speaker expects from the show?

• Blood, carnage, and intrigue

• Mystery and suspense

• Romance and comedy

• Science fiction and technology

Who is Alto Hightower in the show?

• A common villager

• The hand of King Bucerius

• The king of Westeros

• A dragon rider

What is a notable trait of Alto Hightower's character?

• He is a master chef

• He is a dragon tamer

• He is a political animal

• He is a skilled warrior

What was the experience of being on the show's set like?

• It was ten times larger than imagined

• It was exactly as imagined

• It was small and unimpressive

• It was a virtual set

Did the speaker get to ride a dragon during the show?

• No, but they rode a horse

• Yes, but only in a dream sequence

• No, they did not ride any dragons

• Yes, they rode multiple dragons